Real Madrid vs RCD Espanyol: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 September

Real Madrid

W W L W W

2nd place in Spanish La Liga

4-1

21/09/2024 15:00

RCD Espanyol

L L L L L

14th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Real Madrid vs RCD Espanyol on 21 September 2024 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Real Madrid vs RCD Espanyol preview before placing your bet.

Real Madrid are currently 2nd with 84 points after 38 matches.
RCD Espanyol sit 14th with 42 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Real Madrid to win with probability 81%.
Head-to-head history favors Real Madrid, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. RCD Espanyol have one win, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:00

2024-09-21

Real Madrid vs RCD Espanyol - Prediction & Odds

Real Madrid

RCD Espanyol

2024-09-21 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 21/09/2024

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Barcelona	88	38	28	4	6	102	39	63
02 Real Madrid	84	38	26	6	6	78	38	40
03 Atletico Madrid	76	38	22	10	6	68	30	38
04 Athletic Bilbao	70	38	19	13	6	54	29	25
05 Villarreal	70	38	20	10	8	71	51	20
06 Real Betis	60	38	16	12	10	57	50	7
07 Celta Vigo	55	38	16	7	15	59	57	2
08 Rayo Vallecano	52	38	13	13	12	41	45	-4
09 Osasuna	52	38	12	16	10	48	52	-4
10 Mallorca	48	38	13	9	16	35	44	-9
11 Real Sociedad	46	38	13	7	18	35	46	-11
12 Valencia	46	38	11	13	14	44	54	-10
13 Getafe	42	38	11	9	18	34	39	-5
14 RCD Espanyol	42	38	11	9	18	40	51	-11
15 Alaves	42	38	10	12	16	38	48	-10
16 Girona	41	38	11	8	19	44	60	-16
17 Sevilla	41	38	10	11	17	42	55	-13
18 Leganes	40	38	9	13	16	39	56	-17
19 Las Palmas	32	38	8	8	22	40	61	-21
20 Real Valladolid	16	38	4	4	30	26	90	-64

Head To Head

11/03/2023 09:00

Real Madrid

3 - 1

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

28/08/2022 16:00

RCD Espanyol

1 - 3

Real Madrid

SPA D1

30/04/2022 10:15

Real Madrid

4 - 0

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

03/10/2021 10:15

RCD Espanyol

2 - 1

Real Madrid

SPA D1

28/06/2020 16:00

RCD Espanyol

0 - 1

Real Madrid

SPA D1

07/12/2019 08:00

Real Madrid

2 - 0

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

Real Madrid

83%

Draw

RCD Espanyol

17%

Real Madrid Last 6 matches

01/09/2024 15:30

Real Madrid 2 - 0 Real Betis SPA D1

29/08/2024 15:30

Las Palmas 1 - 1 Real Madrid SPA D1

25/08/2024 11:00

Real Madrid 3 - 0 Real Valladolid SPA D1

18/08/2024 15:30

Mallorca 1 - 1 Real Madrid SPA D1

14/08/2024 15:00

Real Madrid 2 - 0 Atalanta UEFA SC

06/08/2024 19:05

Chelsea 1 - 2 Real Madrid INT CF

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches RCD Espanyol

14/09/2024 10:15

RCD Espanyol 3 - 2 Alaves SPA D1

31/08/2024 13:15

RCD Espanyol 2 - 1 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

28/08/2024 15:30

Atletico Madrid 0 - 0 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

24/08/2024 15:30

RCD Espanyol 0 - 1 Real Sociedad SPA D1

19/08/2024 13:00

Real Valladolid 1 - 0 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

10/08/2024 09:30

Heidenheimer 2 - 1 RCD Espanyol INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Real Madrid

RCD Espanyol

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.32

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored

Avg. per game

0.68

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

16 (84%)3 (16%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

10 (53%)9 (47%)

Real Madrid

Recent matches

RCD Espanyol

Under /Over

(95%)18 1(5%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)15 4(21%)

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(58%)11 8(42%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)9 10(53%)

/Yes

(53%)10 9(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(63%)12 7(37%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Real Madrid

RCD Espanyol

Shots

Real Madrid

Total shots

19.32 avg / game

Blocked

71 total

Avg. 4.18

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

38 total

Avg. 2.53

Real Madrid Pass RCD Espanyol

Total passes

11217

Avg. 590 / game

Accurate

90%

Ball possession

63%

Total passes

6255

Avg. 329 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

40%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Real Madrid

Played games

RCD Espanyol

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

Clean sheets

0.21

8.42

160

Corners

4.05

14.84

282

Throw-ins

326

17.16

2.84

Offsides

2.11

1.79

GK saves

3.26

Real Madrid

DISCIPLINARY

RCD Espanyol

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.26

2.00

0.00

0.05

7.68

146

Fouls

246

12.95

15.21

289

Tackles

332

17.47

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How We Build the Real Madrid vs RCD Espanyol Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Real Madrid vs RCD Espanyol on 21 September 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Spanish La Liga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Real Madrid vs RCD Espanyol Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Real Madrid's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against RCD Espanyol's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Spanish La Liga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Spanish La Liga standings and the Spanish La Liga form table to understand exactly where Real Madrid and RCD Espanyol sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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